The garden, which has become one of the brightest pearls of Moscow. In summer, here you can admire picturesque landscapes, slender trees, beautiful plants and fountains. And in winter, go ice skating, drink scalding tea in a cafe and learn something interesting at master classes and lectures that are often held here.

 st. Karetny Ryad, 3

RAS observation deck 0+

The site offers a stunning view of the Moscow panorama, Frunzenskaya embankment, the Gagarin monument and other sights of the capital.

 Leninsky Prospect, 32, lit. A, page 1

VDNH 0+
Exhibition of National Economic Achievements

VDNKh is the largest in Moscow Exhibition Center. More than twenty million people visit it every year, and at least one and a half hundred expositions and exhibitions are organized on the territory.

 Ave. Mira, 119

Sports and entertainment parks "NEBO" 0+
More than 100 trampolines in one place!

Want to visit 30 attractions with one ticket? Head to the SKY parks. This is a bright and creative space for active rest the whole family. Here you can actively and usefully spend your free time, celebrate a child’s birthday or arrange an unusual team building.

 ave. Leningradsky, 80, bldg. eleven.,  Prospect Bagrationovsky, 5, shopping center "Filion", floor 4.,  st. Yeniseiskaya, 36, building 1.,  ave. Sevastopolsky, 11E, shopping center "Capitol", floor 3.

Artplay Design Center 12+

Exhibitions, performances, concerts, festivals, lectures, seminars, workshops, design and architecture studios - a whole quarter for creative work and relaxation in the center of Moscow.

 st. Nizhnyaya Syromyatnicheskaya, 10

Muzeon Art Park 0+

Moscow is a center of attraction for connoisseurs of various types of art, from reading poetry to complex art installations. Muzeon also hosts vibrant festivals and celebrations that attract citizens and guests of the capital.

 st. Krymsky Val, ow. 2

Moscow Planetarium 0+

Here you understand especially clearly how big the cosmos is and how small a person is in it. And yet, it is here that you feel like a part, one with this vast Universe. This is the best place for all romantics. After all, the stars have never been so close...

 st. Sadovaya-Kudrinskaya, 5, building 1

Museum of Entertaining Sciences "Experimentanium" 6+

Why do the sands “sing”? When can a train accident be prevented using the laws of physics? What is bioinformatics and how to learn to read and understand the genetic code? Where can you conduct experiments with chemical polymers and find out the dependence of their composition on the color of the flame during combustion? Guests of the Experimentanium Museum will find answers to these and many other questions.

 Leningradsky Prospekt, 80, room 11

Space Museum 0+

Here you will learn about the achievements of Russian cosmonautics and see authentic exhibits that have been in space. The guides will tell you how the first artificial Earth satellite was launched and introduce you to the results of research into the planets of the solar system.

 Mira Ave., 111

Multimedia Art Museum 0+

Art connoisseurs are also familiar with this complex as the “Moscow House of Photography”. In the mid-90s, the emergence of the museum became a real breakthrough for Russia. Then it was the first place where photographs became not an addition to the exhibition, but its main component.

 st. Ostozhenka, 16

Museum-reserve in Kolomenskoye 0+

Touch the legends of the mysterious museum! Here you will discover the secrets of Volosov Ravine, find traces of the horse of St. George the Victorious and find out where Liberea of ​​Ivan the Terrible disappeared to. The estate also hosts classical music concerts and interactive shows.

 Andropova Ave., 39

Tretyakov Gallery 0+

The Tretyakov Gallery houses the world's largest collection of Russian painting, graphics and sculpture: the museum, founded in 1856, contains more than 180,000 exhibits.

 lane Lavrushinsky, 10

Tretyakov Gallery on Krymsky Val 0+

The second building of the Tretyakov Gallery displays works by domestic artists whose work spanned the 1920s–1960s.

 st. Krymsky Val, 10

Gorky Park (Gorky Park) 0+

The doors of the capital's central park are open around the clock for everyone. It is difficult to get lost in its vast territory, but it is extremely easy to find entertainment for every taste.

 st. Krymsky Val, 9

"Dial" on Kuznetsky Most 12+
Everything is free except minutes

In the legendary Moscow anti-cafe they play board games and organize movie nights, study foreign languages ​​and drawing, hold live concerts and creative meetings. In an art space, guests only pay for their time - everything else is free.

 st. Kuznetsky Most, 19

Museum "Lights of Moscow" 6+

The exhibition of this unusual museum is dedicated to urban lighting and lamp making. Here you can see ancient torches, study different types of lanterns (from hand-held to street) and learn how lighting is regulated in modern Moscow. Don’t forget to take your children: master classes and parties are held for them, and you can touch all the exhibits with your hands.

 Armenian lane, 3-5, building 1

Motocafe "Enthusiast"

On the site of the former Fott store, a bicycle and motorcycle workshop and part-time cozy cafe-bar have opened. While the craftsmen are repairing your bicycle or motorcycle here, you can eat a delicious sandwich, drink coffee and admire the unusual interior.

 Stoleshnikov lane, 7/5

Museum of M. A. Bulgakov (“Bad Apartment”) 12+

Known from the novel “The Master and Margarita,” Bad Apartment No. 50 in building 302 bis on Bolshaya Sadovaya, in which Woland lived, has its own prototype. This is the apartment of Mikhail Bulgakov himself on Bolshaya Sadovaya, 10.

 Bolshaya Sadovaya, 10, (passage through the arch), apt. 50

Garage Museum of Contemporary Art 0+

The activities of this museum of contemporary art are developing in three directions - exhibition, educational and research. Today, Garage is a respected international expert in the field of contemporary art.

 st. Krymsky Val, 9, building 32

Seiji Restaurant 6+

The Japanese restaurant "Seiji" is included in the ranking of the best restaurants in the world and in the top 100 best restaurants in Moscow. It is here that on the menu you can find dishes of national cuisine that are new to us and familiar to the Japanese.

 Komsomolsky Prospekt, 5/2

Museum of Illusions 0+

Do you want to visit Gulliver's country, walk with a lion or save him from zombies? Then go to the museum and prepare to not believe your eyes and be constantly surprised. The best craftsmen from all over the country worked on the exhibition.

 Maly Nikolopeskovsky lane, 4,  Prospekt Mira, 119, VDNKh, pavilion 55

Bar Strelka 18+

Strelka (“Strelka”) is a place where both professional craftsmen and true art connoisseurs gather who want to feel the urban spirit of the new era.

 Bersenevskaya embankment, 14, building 5

Central House of Artists 0+

Various exhibitions, large-scale book fairs, art and antique salons, a concert venue - you will find all this at the most famous exhibition venue in the capital.

 st. Krymsky Val, 10

Design Factory "Flacon"
One of the first creative clusters in Moscow

A place where you can freely create, express yourself and just have a good time. “Flacon” includes numerous showrooms, workshops, restaurants, art cafes, as well as a platform for concerts, performances, and various events. Here you can always buy something unusual, get inspired by new ideas and start creating something of your own.

 st. Bolshaya Novodmitrovskaya, 36/4

Interactorium "Mars-Tefo" 6+

Interactive excursion into the future. Guests of the Interactorium have a unique opportunity to be transported several decades into the future - to a time when people have already landed on Mars and are exploring this planet.

 st. Avtozavodskaya, 18

Ostankino Tower 12+

One of the central attractions of Moscow ranks seventh in the list of tallest buildings in the world. The reinforced concrete structure, 540 meters high, houses a concert hall and an observation deck with breathtaking views of the city.

 st. Academician Koroleva, 15, building 2

Moscow International Business Center "Moscow City"

“City of Capitals”, “Central Core”, “Mercury City Tower”: grandiose high-rise complexes in the Moscow City business district are growing from year to year. The area on Presnenskaya Embankment is a place of constant construction and development, the real heart of business Moscow.

 Presnenskaya embankment

Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve 0+

Royal palaces in Russian Gothic style, clean ponds... The park, which never became an imperial residence, is today open to everyone who wants to find a corner of calm in the noisy capital.

 st. Dolskaya, 1

Moscow Zoo 0+

The Moscow Zoo, which is the oldest in the country, attracts millions of visitors every year. It not only introduces the public to hundreds of species of animals, but also works to preserve the fauna and conducts scientific and educational activities.

 st. Bolshaya Gruzinskaya, 1

Grand Theatre
One of the greatest and most significant in the world

The Bolshoi Theater needs no introduction. It is known all over the world, working there is a great honor for any theater worker, and attending a performance is a constant joy for fans of classical art.

 Teatralnaya Square, 1

Club Glavclub Green Concert 18+

Glavclub works for the sake of convinced music lovers and connoisseurs of concert sound. The club's sound and lighting systems provide exceptional performance at every performance, allowing audiences to interact with their favorite artists without interruption.

 st. Ordzhonikidze, 11.

18+

Institute for Urban Development and New Education. Institute for the exchange of ideas and the creation of meaning. Institute of Architecture for a Comfortable Environment and New Opportunities. Institute for Reasonable Action.
That's all - the Strelka Institute of Media, Architecture and Design.

 Bersenevskaya embankment, 14, building 5a

Bauman Garden 0+

Once upon a time, Golitsyn’s estate was located on this site. The prince himself granted the townspeople the right to visit the garden and stroll along its shady alleys. Pushkin, Turgenev, Gogol and other famous Russian writers visited here.

 st. Staraya Basmannaya, 15

Cultural center ZIL 6+

ZIL is the largest palace of culture in the capital, a multifunctional space with a large number of platforms and a variety of posters. Every day there are plays, concerts, performances, festivals, lectures, master classes, events for children, and exhibitions are open.

 st. Vostochnaya, 4, bldg. 1

Apothecary garden 0+

Admire the tulips and cork trees, take a leisurely promenade through the picturesque greenhouse and taste the most delicious pies - all this can be done here, in the evergreen corner of Moscow. Every year new plants appear in the garden, so you always want to come back here.

 ave. Mira, 26

Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts 0+

From an antique amphora to paintings by Van Gogh and Picasso - the golden fund of the world cultural heritage in the collection of the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts.

 st. Volkhonka, 12

Jewish Museum and Tolerance Center 0+

The museum contains a large exhibition dedicated to the history and culture of the Jewish people. The museum can be called one of the most technologically advanced and progressive in the capital - there is a 4D pavilion and many interactive exhibits.

 st. Obraztsova, 11, building 1a

Moscow Sovremennik Theater 12+

Over the years of its existence, the Sovremennik Theater has given the world many talented actors and has become one of the most significant in the history of the formation of national culture.

 Chistoprudny Boulevard, 19

Club "Garage" 18+

The Garage club is a legendary place among partygoers of the 90s. After the move, the club became even more convenient, and the shows and music programs became even brighter. This place has a really cool dance floor!

 Brodnikov Lane, 8

Night Flight Club 18+
The oldest night club in Russia

The oldest nightclub in Moscow and Russia opened back in 1991, marking the beginning of the development of the domestic club industry.

 st. Tverskaya, 17

Cinema "Pioneer" 6+

One of the best cinemas in the capital, equipped with the latest equipment and focusing on serious and high-quality cinema.

 Kutuzovsky Prospekt, 21, building 1

Night club Rodnya 18+
Meeting place for all the club's creative relatives

A relevant and modern place for creativity, work and club leisure Rodnya Studio (“Rodnya Studio”) on the territory of the Artplay Design Center.

 Nizhnyaya Syromyatnicheskaya st., 10, building 7

Restaurant "Brasserie Most" 18+

"Brasserie Most" is the third reincarnation of the famous "Bridge". Financier Alexander Mamut, who owned a pretentious club and then a restaurant on this site, decided to create a new project, calling on specialists in delicious French cuisine.

 st. Kuznetsky Most, 6/3

Cafe "Saigon" on Savelovskaya 18+

The Vietnamese restaurant delights visitors with exotic dishes. A cozy establishment, a spacious and bright hall, and bright design give a feeling of comfort and are conducive to a good time.

 Suschevsky Val, 5/22

Center for Creative Industries "Fabrika"

The Fabrika Center for Creative Industries differs from other similar art clusters located in buildings of former industrial enterprises. And all because the activities of the Oktyabr paper and dyeing factory have not been stopped and continue to this day - side by side with exhibitions, concerts, film screenings and festivals organized by the TsTI.

 Perevedenovsky lane, 18

Red October 0+

The largest confectionery enterprise in the USSR, and now a cultural space in the center of Moscow.

 Bersenevskaya embankment, 6

Kuskovo Estate 0+

One of the most romantic places in Moscow is the Kuskovo estate. At one time it was called Versailles near Moscow, so reminiscent in its beauty was the garden of the French kings.

This travel photo will give you the opportunity to visit 25 the most beautiful places peace. Despite the fact that they are all located in different places our planet and completely different, they are united by their magnificent picturesqueness and amazing natural beauty.

Riomaggiore – Cinque Terre, Italy

Opens list of the most beautiful places in the world Riomaggiore is the most beautiful place and the southernmost commune of the Cinque Terre. Cinque Terre - Five Lands - national park Italy, part of the coast in eastern Liguria in the province of La Spezia, eastern part of the Riviera. The Cinque Terre includes five small villages (towns), founded in the Middle Ages. The Cinque Terre region is located 5 km west of the city of La Spezia. In the Cinque Terre, the shores are rocky and steep, the beaches are stone or pebble, with the exception of sandy beach in Monterosso. The villages have preserved medieval protective structures from pirates. Manarola and Riomaggiore are connected by the picturesque Road of Love (Italian: Via dell’Amore).

Thor's Well

Thor's Well - "gate to the dungeon." Cape Perpetua, North America. With moderate tides and strong surf, the flowing water creates fantastic.

Vila Franca

Vila Franca (port. Ilheu de Vila Franca) is an uninhabited volcanic island in the Azores. Vila Franca is one of the most popular summer holiday destinations, which is included in top most beautiful places in the world. It attracts people with its natural beauty. Boats to San Miguel run from June to September. The island has several beaches and provides conditions for all types of activities. water sports. The island is a natural pool consisting of a submerged volcanic cauldron with a maximum depth of 20 m. It has the shape of a large semicircle, creating a kind of atoll. The flora and fauna are represented by several species, for the preservation of which the reserve was created.

Palomino Island, San Juan. (Palominito Island)

Pergola of the town of Klevan

This wonderful pergola grew naturally over the tracks near the small town of Klevan. This fabulous green tunnel enters almost every ranking of the most beautiful places in the world. At some point, local authorities stopped trimming the trees, and their branches formed a green grotto. In the warm season, the green alley serves as a local attraction for newlyweds - visiting it is considered a very good omen.

Dunn's River Falls

Dunn's River Falls are located near Ocho Rios, Jamaica. They are one of the main tourist destinations in the country. Included in natural park Dunn's River Falls & Park. The height of the waterfalls is about 180 m; the water cascades over numerous ledges and flows straight into the Caribbean Sea. Climbing along the ledges is popular among tourists, greatly facilitated by their shape and the help of guides of the natural park.

Venice

Venice (Italian: Venezia, Ven: Venesia) is a city in Northern Italy on the Adriatic coast. It is known primarily for the fact that the historical part is located on islands and canals. In the Middle Ages, Venice was the center of the Venetian Republic, one of the most important trading states in the Mediterranean. Currently, a major tourist and industrial centre, capital of the Veneto region and the province of Venice.

Lofoten Archipelago

The Lofoten archipelago consists of 6 large and several smaller islands. A huge number of islands, connected, if not by bridges, then by tunnels, sometimes even underwater. And often not with bridges or tunnels, but with rainbows. Quite high (up to 2000m) mountains with their tops drown in clouds that constantly change color, and their bases with lush greenery plunge into surprisingly transparent fjords, often green, inhabited by fish, like China by the Chinese.

Lucca

Lucca is an easily accessible pretty town in Tuscany, a city with fully preserved fortress walls, revealing medieval streets, squares and markets.

Maldives

The Maldives are 1,190 islands lost in the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. It has some of the best diving and snorkeling in the world. The Maldives has everything for this: uninhabited islands, warm and crystal clear waters with excellent visibility, sometimes exceeding 50 meters, a huge number of reefs and a variety of marine life.

Cave near Benagil beach in Algarve, Portugal. Similar the most beautiful natural places of the world give us the opportunity to enjoy the pristine beauty of our planet.

Sagano Bamboo Grove

Sagano bamboo grove, Kyoto, Japan

Lake Salar de Uyuni

Lake Uyuni Salar is one of the most beautiful places in the world, as well as the unusual and fascinating lakes of Bolivia, and not because it is a lake, but because it is completely different from our usual understanding of a lake. It is known all over the world, because its area is 10,582 km² and it is considered the largest salt lake all over the world and, very often, calling the most beautiful abandoned places in the world, travelers call it the first...

So, the Uyuni Salt Flat (Spanish: Salar de Uyuni) is a dried-up salt lake in the south of the Altiplano desert plain, Bolivia at an altitude of about 3650 m above sea level. It has an area of ​​10,582 km² and is the largest salt marsh in the world. It is located in the vicinity of the city of Uyuni in the departments of Oruro and Potosi in the southwest of the country.

Ski resort Portillo

Ski Portillo resort(Portillo) is the oldest and most famous ski center in Chile, whose history began at the beginning of the 20th century. This mountain resort located between the highest peaks mountain range of the Andes, at an altitude of 2860 meters above sea level. The sparkling Laguna del Inca, located in the central part of the area, makes it one of the most beautiful places in the world.

Rice terraces in Yunnan Province

The rice terraces, located in China's Yunnan province, are among the largest and most picturesque in the world. The terraces are located at an altitude of 200 to 2000 meters above sea level and occupy more than 20 thousand square meters. km. Rice fields stretch for tens of kilometers and everywhere follow the contours of mountain slopes, preserving a natural landscape of extraordinary beauty.

The Yuanyang Rice Terraces are a self-sustaining ecosystem. From early winter until late spring, the surface of all fields is irrigated with spring water flowing from mountain peaks. During this period, the soil seems to be renewed, accumulating new strength for the new season. This process is repeated again and again for tens of centuries. Rice planting occurs from February to March. In September, the rice is already ripening and all the farmers are busy harvesting.

Scenery rice terraces changes dramatically throughout the year. In summer you can enjoy the view of bright green shoots. And in autumn the mountain slopes seem to be covered with gold. But the most best time to visit the terraces - from November to April, since it is during this period that the terraces can be seen in all their glory. Flooded with water, the rice terraces reflect the sun's rays, creating a truly unique and impressive spectacle. These rice fields are rightfully considered one of the most beautiful places in the world.

The beauty of the natural landscapes combined with the cultural diversity of Yuanyang County has not gone unnoticed. Yuanyang is ranked among the 17 most scenic spots in China. Moreover, UNESCO is considering an application to include the Yuanyang Rice Terraces on the List of World Natural and Cultural Heritage Sites.

Capilano Suspension Bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge - This amazing suspension bridge crosses the Capilano River in Canada. This amazing suspension bridge crosses the Capilano River in Canada. Suspension bridge Capilano in Vancouver is one of Vancouver's oldest landmarks. It was built in 1889. The bridge is 136 meters long and is located 70 meters above the river.

Skogafoss waterfall

Skogafoss is a waterfall whose image is business card and a symbol of Iceland. It is located in the south of the country on the Skoug River, which originates on the Eyjafjallajökull glacier. Skogafoss is the most famous and popular Icelandic waterfall. Its classic scenic appearance is admirable. 25 meters wide and 60 meters free fall - Skogafoss is always surrounded by a halo of spray and mist, so on a sunny day a beautiful rainbow forms near it.

A visit to the waterfall is a must-see for anyone traveling along the south coast of Iceland. (There are a few other beautiful famous waterfalls on the island - for example Seljalandsfoss, Gullfoss, Svartifoss - but they are not as popular or large and attract fewer people). Tourists climb to the waterfall along the path leading to the Fimmvurduhauls pass; through which several famous hiking routes pass. On the other side of the pass is the picturesque Thorsmörk valley.

Pamukkale

Pamukkale is a large mound of travertine (lime tuff) from which calcium-rich water flows down stone steps, forming beautiful white cascades, romantic pools and waterfalls. This miracle of nature has been observed for 15,000 years. On a high stone cliff at an altitude of 100 meters at the foot of Mount Sal there is a thermal spring, the water temperature of which is 36-38 degrees Celsius. Water flowing from the slopes of the mountain forms a system of bizarre reservoirs with limestone walls (travertines). The dazzling white terraces (travertine formations) appeared on the mountainside as a result of the deposition of salts from calcium-rich springs. These places have been used as a resort area since ancient times.

If you want to go to Pamukkal, you will need to fill out a lot of documents and obtain all the necessary certificates. In such cases, a 1-day medical book is a real salvation. This way you will save a huge amount of time and effort.

Six Senses Yao Noi Resort

Six Senses Yao Noi Resort is located on Yao Noi Island, which lies between the islands of Phuket and Krabi, among the impressive limestone peaks of Phang Nga. Travel time from the islands of Phuket or Krabi is about 45 minutes to an hour by motor boat.

Six Senses Yao Noi is one of the newest hotels in the Six Senses chain and sets a new standard for resort excellence in Asia. A distinctive feature of the Six Senses brand is attention to detail and the characteristics of its region, as well as serious concern for the environment. Six Senses rooms and villas are a realm of open space and elegant luxury architectural design, from start to finish, consistent with the concept of innovative style of Six Senses resorts.

Keukenhof

Keukenhof (Dutch Keukenhof - kitchen park) is a world famous royal flower park in the Netherlands. Also known as the Garden of Europe. Located almost on the coast between Amsterdam and The Hague in small town Lisse (Dutch Lisse), upon approaching which you can see signs for the route to Keukenhof everywhere. Keukenhof Garden, located on 32 hectares of land, is famous throughout Holland for its flowers and large tulip meadows. There are 4.5 million tulips of 100 different varieties planted in the park. There are three greenhouses here: with tulips of all sorts and shades, golden daffodils and lush lilacs in one, with the luxury of scarlet roses in the other, and absolutely incredible exquisite orchids in the third. The park opens to visitors annually from mid-April to mid-May and is an absolute leader in the landscape display of flowering plants with a dominant feature of bulbous plants. At the end of April there is a flower parade "Bloemencorso Bollenstreek" - a procession of various compositions made from flowers.

Powell Reservoir

Powell Reservoir (English: Lake Powell) is an artificial basin on the Colorado River, located in the US states of Utah and Arizona. The second largest reservoir in the United States after Mead Reservoir, it contains 30 km³ of water at high water.

Powell Reservoir was created in 1956 by resolution of the US Congress. In the valley of the Colorado River, in the Glen Canyon, they began to build the Glen Canyon dam with a height of 178 m. The resulting pool was named after the explorer John Wesley Powell, a one-armed American veteran Civil War, who explored the river in three wooden boats in 1869.

In 1972, the lake and surrounding areas became part of the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area.

Cenote

Cenotes is an extensive network of rivers and lakes located underground on the Yucatan Peninsula. This unique places in a world where you can go underground, snorkel and scuba dive. Numerous crystal clear, natural wells are located throughout the Yucatan and the Riviera Maya strip. The unique natural formations, which date back 65 million years, are fantastic in their natural pristineness and beauty. Fantastic views will appear to your eyes: amazing stalactite and stalagmite caves, light breaking through limestone rocks, the feeling of flying over stalactite cities...

Monastery of Escorial

El Escorial Monastery is a monastery, palace and residence of King Philip II of Spain. Located an hour's drive from Madrid at the foot of the Sierra de Guadarrama mountains. The architectural complex of El Escorial evokes a variety of feelings: it is called the “eighth wonder of the world”, and “a monotonous symphony in stone” and “an architectural nightmare”.

El Escorial is home to two large New Museums. One of them presents the history of the construction of Escorial in drawings, plans, construction tools and scale models. In the second, in nine rooms, paintings of the 15th-17th centuries are stored, ranging from Bosch to Veronese, Tintoretto and Van Dyck, as well as artists of the Spanish school. The Habsburgs are therefore considered the greatest patrons of the arts of their time. The artists of the Flemish school and Titian, the court artist of Charles V, are especially fully represented.

Isle of Skye

The Isle of Skye is the largest of the western islands of Scotland and probably the most famous. Skye has 9,232 inhabitants (2001) and is the 4th most populous island in Scotland. Largest locality- Portree town. Skye is one of the few areas where Scots Gaelic is the mother tongue of a large proportion of the population, although its importance is declining. If in the 1900-1910s Gaelic was native to more than 75% of the population, in 1971 - to about half of the population, then in 2001 to 31%.

Area - 1660 km², mountainous terrain, highest point- 993 m above sea level. The climate is humid, maritime, with frequent precipitation at any time of the year. The island is separated from British Scotland by a narrow strait and connected by the Sky Bridge.

Cave near Benagil beach in Algarve

Cave near Benagil beach in Algarve, Portugal.

Whatever the purpose of our visit to Moscow, we will definitely spend some time exploring interesting places capital Cities. What to see first in Moscow? Not an easy question, but let's try to answer it. So, we offer a list, photos, descriptions and ratings of the best attractions in the capital that cannot be missed.

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When in Moscow, you can’t help but visit the Kremlin - this is the “heart of the capital”. Moreover, the tickets you purchase will allow you to see a lot. True, after the Soviet period, out of 50 historical buildings only half remains here. You will enter the Kremlin territory through the Kutafya Tower. Inspect the cathedrals, which are the “pearls” of Russian architecture - the Assumption, Annunciation and Arkhangelsk, and admire the bell tower of Ivan the Great.

You can also take a photo with the Tsar Cannon and the Tsar Bell. Next to the relatively modern building of the State Kremlin Palace (1961) is the Senate, where the top officials of the USSR worked. The Faceted and Armory Chambers will attract attention (the latter also houses the Diamond Fund). The Tainitsky Garden is home to falcons and hawks, which were bred to chase pigeons out of the Kremlin territory.

Red Square

One of the oldest and certainly the most famous squares in our country. It was once made of wood, and since this area of ​​Moscow often burned, the square had another name - “Fire”. Only in the 19th century. it was lined with stone. Walking along the paving stones of Red Square is already touching history. There is also a Historical Museum and a beautiful St. Basil's Cathedral, named after the famous holy fool who lived during the time of Ivan the Terrible. Vasily was never afraid to tell the Tsar the truth. By the way, official name the temple has another - the Intercession on the Moat.

Opposite the Kremlin is GUM, the main department store, located on the site of the old Upper Trading Rows. If you wish, you can visit the mausoleum of V.I. Lenin - in Soviet years it was a real place of pilgrimage. And of course, you will want to take a photo next to the famous monument to Minin and Pozharsky. It should be remembered that only amateur cameras are allowed on Red Square. Professional photographic equipment will require special permission.

Tverskaya and Old Arbat streets

Without a walk along these famous streets, it is difficult to fully feel that you have been in the capital. Where Tverskaya Street is now located, in the 14th century. the route ran from the Kremlin to Tver, hence the name. Later, Tverskaya became the most “popular” street in the capital, and it was almost impossible for mere mortals to settle on it. The houses of the wealthiest residents and those close to the court were located here. There were only 5 churches here.

Unfortunately, during the Soviet period, many historically significant buildings were demolished. But even today you will see the exhibition hall “New Manege”, the Ermolova Theater, the Chekhov Theater, the monument to Yuri Dolgoruky on Tverskaya Square and the Moscow City Hall building. In addition, there are memorial plaques on almost every house here. The most famous poets, writers, artists, and statesmen lived and worked on Tverskaya.

Some people still perceive Arbat as a kind of market where you can buy souvenirs. Therefore, it will be even better if you find yourself here with a modest amount in your pocket and do not pay attention exclusively to retail outlets. You can wander here, looking at every house (the street is pedestrian, there is no traffic here). There are many artists here, they paint and sell their paintings, and there are also a huge number of souvenirs, but the main thing is that Arbat is living history.

Representatives of such famous noble families as the Sheremetevs and Golitsyns lived here; this street remembers Alexander Pushkin, Leo Tolstoy, Konstantin Balmont, Marina Tsvetaeva, Andrei Bely. In one of the Arbat lanes there is a house where Bulat Okudzhava grew up, and now there is a monument to the bard on Arbat. And fans stand for a long time at Tsoi’s Wall, covered with quotes from his songs.

Cathedral of Christ the Savior

In this main church of Russia on holidays, the services are led by the Patriarch himself. Bishops' councils also meet here. But guests of Moscow can also see the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. It is recommended to come here as part of a tour to learn more interesting facts. It is called the “monument temple”, “martyr temple”... it was originally built at the end of the 19th century. in honor of the heroes of the Patriotic War of 1812, designed by Konstantin Ton. Its construction took almost 50 years.

Under Stalin, the temple was blown up; it was supposed to give way to the Court of the Soviets, but the Great Patriotic War prevented this project from being realized. In subsequent years, the Moscow swimming pool was located here. In the early 90s of the last century, they decided to restore the temple. The final stage of work was led by Zurab Tsereteli. As a result, the temple differs in many ways from its predecessor.

Monasteries: Novodevichy, Donskoy, Novospassky

The Novodevichy Convent was founded in the 16th century. Grand Duke Vasily III, after Smolensk returned to the Moscow Principality. Its name is probably due to the fact that the monastery was intended for girls, and since there was already an older monastery in the capital, the prefix “new” appeared. Girls and women from noble families, including the royal family, found shelter here. During the War of 1812, the monastery was miraculously not blown up. During the years of Soviet power, Novodevichy was naturally closed.

Today it exists as part of the Historical Museum, and services are also held there. Rare icons and books dating back to the 16th century are kept here. Of particular interest is the cemetery at the monastery, where Gogol, Chekhov and other famous people are buried.

Donskoy Monastery. According to legend, in 1591 the icon of the Don Mother of God saved Moscow from the troops of Khan Kazy-Girey. The monastery was founded in honor of the miraculous image. Its architectural structures were erected under Princess Sophia, Peter the Great and other rulers. After the revolution, the Museum of Architecture was located here. The monks came here again in 1991. In 1992, the crypt of Patriarch Tikhon was found here.

Famous military men, writers, and representatives of noble families lie in the cemetery at the monastery. Novospassky Monastery was founded in the mid-15th century. He defended the city from the southeast with his powerful walls: first wooden, and starting from the 17th century. - stone. Noble boyars, including those from the Romanov family, were buried in the cemetery at the monastery. In the 90s, their tomb was restored.

Estates: Tsaritsyno, Kuskovo, Arkhangelskoye, Ostankino

Tsaritsyno is a palace and park ensemble in the pseudo-Gothic style, which was founded at the end of the 18th century. by order of Catherine P. Two famous architects worked on its creation: Bazhenov and Kazakov. Nowadays there is a museum-reserve. Kuskovo is the former possession of the Sheremetev counts. To visit it, you need to go to the south of Moscow. Several buildings from the 18th century have been preserved here, including a palace, where there are many interior elements of former times and paintings by domestic and foreign masters.

Arkhangelskoye is also a palace and park ensemble. It’s very pleasant to walk here, so it’s better to come in the morning - and for the whole day, so that you can leisurely explore 3 parks: Italian, French and English. Pay attention to the palace itself, the temple-tomb of the Yusupovs, the temple of Michael the Archangel, built back in the 17th century, and the so-called Tower of the Old Witch.

Ostankino is a magnificent ensemble of the 18th century. It was built according to the design of Count Nikolai Sheremetev. The palace became his summer residence, and the theater was the center of the ensemble. Famous architects worked on the creation of Ostankino, and the park was laid out and looked after by famous gardeners. The famous ancient Church of the Life-Giving Trinity is also located here.

Museums

The Tretyakov Gallery is a world-famous museum that was opened in the mid-19th century. entrepreneur and philanthropist Pavel Tretyakov. First, he began to collect a collection of paintings, and then donated it to Moscow. Today you can see here the rarest icons, paintings and sculptures by great masters. The Pushkin State Museum of Fine Arts was opened in 1912. It contains works of foreign masters of art, from ancient times to the present day. The complex includes about 3 dozen buildings and structures, and its collection includes about 700 thousand exhibits.

Historical Museum - founded by order of the Emperor at the end of the 19th century. A special building was built for him on Red Square - an unprecedented case. By the early 2000s, after restoration, the museum regained its original appearance. Stores over 5 million exhibits telling about the history of our country from ancient times to the beginning of the 20th century. The Museum of Cosmonautics was opened in 1981 in honor of space explorers. Authentic documents, photographs, films telling about the exploration of outer space, and belongings of astronauts are stored here. And also works of art dedicated to this topic. IN last years interactive exhibits have been added.

Zoo and Planetarium

The excursions that we will talk about now will delight, first of all, children, but will also be interesting for adults. The Moscow Zoo was opened in 1864 and was first located on Presnensky Ponds, where Muscovites loved to walk. Initially, about 300 animals were housed there. In the early 90s of the last century, the condition of the zoo could be called emergency.

After reconstruction, it opened in 1997 - the year of the 850th anniversary of Moscow. Today it is a beautiful, modern zoo housing animals from all over the world. If you wish, you can become the guardian of one of them, which will be indicated by a special sign near the enclosure. Various educational programs are held on the territory of the zoo.

The planetarium is one of the largest in the world, and in our country it is the oldest. Built in 1929. Created with the aim of popularizing knowledge. Here you can observe various space objects, listen to lectures, watch films in a 4-D cinema, visit museums, buy souvenirs and even taste “cosmonaut food”. The Great Moscow Circus is truly the largest circus in Europe. Over 3 thousand residents can simultaneously fit here. Opened in the spring of 1971.

Today there are several arenas here - equestrian, water, ice and others, which can quickly replace each other. Over 100 programs are presented in the Moscow circus arena, with artists of all genres performing for the audience. Circus on Tsvetnoy Boulevard - the oldest circus in Moscow and all of Russia today bears the name of the clown Yuri Nikulin. Spectators first entered it in the fall of 1880. At first there were only a few rows of seats. Over time, the circus was completed and expanded. Famous domestic and foreign artists - the Durovs, Trutsi, Kio and others - performed there. For 15 years - until 1997 - the circus was headed by Yuri Nikulin.

Grand Theatre

The construction of the Bolshoi Theater in Moscow began at the end of the 18th century. It was built three times, and all three times the building was destroyed by fire. It was only in 1856 that the theater we see today was built. The project belonged to the architect Albert Kavos, and the famous Pyotr Klodt also took part in its creation. During the Great Patriotic War, a bomb hit the Bolshoi Theater, fortunately, the building did not suffer irreparable damage. In the period 2005-2011. The theater was undergoing reconstruction.

They tried to give it the look it had before the revolution. The best artists from both Russia and other countries of the world have performed and continue to perform on the Bolshoi stage. In total, over 800 works were shown here. And now, in the 3rd century, the phrase has been heard at the entrance to the Bolshoi Theater: “Is there an extra ticket?”

Poklonnaya Gora and Victory Park

Poklonnaya Hill once looked like a real mountain, when you climbed it you could look around Moscow. Our ancestors did just that, bowed to the “white stone” from here. Napoleon, who dreamed of conquering Russia, looked at the burning Moscow from Poklonnaya Hill. And from here our troops went to the front during the Great Patriotic War. Today, when multi-storey buildings have risen in the capital, there is no great view from Poklonnaya Hill. But from here you can clearly see Victory Park. The idea of ​​creating a park was born in 1958. Residents from all over the country contributed whatever they could for its construction.

Everyone wanted to take part financially - as a result, millions gathered. The opening of the park was timed to coincide with the 50th Victory Day. There are many symbolic buildings here. The height of the Victory Monument is 141.8 m. For our people, the war went on precisely “1418 fiery days and nights.” There is also a Museum of the Great Patriotic War here. And also built - an Orthodox church in honor of St. George the Victorious - the heavenly patron of warriors, memorials: a mosque, a synagogue and a Catholic chapel. After all, people of different religions fought for Victory on the fronts and in the rear. The park's fountains are illuminated in red at night.

Gorky Park

Gorky Park was a favorite vacation spot for citizens back in the 30s of the last century. It resembled a kind of “state within a state.” In addition to rides and other entertainment, it had its own post office and savings bank, a first-aid post and a police station. Today Gorky Park has acquired a modern look. Of course, there are cafes and snack bars, there is a wooden deck on the beach - by the way, the Internet works in this area.

In the park you can rent a bicycle and learn yoga, dancing or fitness for free - instructors give lessons to everyone. It’s also nice to sit on the grass here, walk along the paths... The love of the capital’s residents for the park has remained unchanged.

VDNH

VDNKh is an exhibition of achievements of the national economy. Today it is the largest complex performing entertainment and educational functions. During the Soviet years, the exhibition was intended to demonstrate the successes of socialism, although citizens came here rather to at least look at the abundance, which in reality was not there at all.

During the years of perestroika - and the subsequent 90s - the exhibition essentially turned into a huge market. Today VDNKh has flourished again, and thousands of people come here every day to visit the shopping pavilions, see exhibitions, go on rides, and attend literary events. The pride of VDNKh is a huge oceanarium, an interactive museum of cosmonautics, and in winter there is also an ice skating rink.

"Worker and Collective Farm Woman"

The monument, designed by V.I. Mukhina, represented the USSR at the 1937 exhibition held in Paris. Raising the tools of labor high - the hammer and sickle - the young man and girl personified the power of the working people. Ten years later, “Worker and Collective Farm Woman” became the symbol of the Mosfilm film studio. In 2003-2009 reconstruction was carried out. The monument was inaugurated again on December 4, 2009. The pedestal houses a museum dedicated to the history of sculpture and interesting facts, associated with it.

7 “Stalinist” skyscrapers

Going to Moscow, I constantly thought about why this city never became a popular tourist destination among our compatriots. It is beautiful, interesting and more than colorful here. Everyone understands this. But for some reason such things always remain behind the scenes - as if somewhere on the sidelines. On the one hand, Belarusians travel to Moscow regularly. On the other hand, only a few will have a camera with them. As if Moscow does not exist for this at all. “Peter, yes. And Moscow? Well, what is there to photograph?”

Probably, just six months ago, when my passport proudly displayed a Schengen visa, I myself would hardly have gone here. But now I am not at all disappointed that I decided to take this trip. The capital of Russia is really great city. And there is not an ounce of politics in these words now. I liked it here. Even though the cold weather is literally driving me crazy for the second trip in a row. And even despite the fact that for me personally this was not my first trip to this city. Oh well... Enough chatter.

Read further in our article about what interesting places in Moscow a tourist should visit, as well as how Tanya and I personally spent a weekend in this city. I’ll try to show you the capital of Russia as only Chinese tourists see it. As Gagarin said: “Let's go!”

Interesting places in Moscow: where to go as a tourist and what to do in the Russian capital

Visit the Moscow residence of Catherine II.

For lovers of antiquity and classical Russian architecture, the Tsaritsyno museum complex, located near the metro station of the same name, is a real “must see”. It’s beautiful, cozy and somehow un-Moscow quiet. In general, when you get here, it’s as if you’re falling into some other reality. I could imagine such a building somewhere in St. Petersburg. But in Moscow it looked like an alien from some parallel world.
Well, imagine: you are walking through the city. On the one hand, there is some kind of shabby market. On the other hand, high-rise apartment buildings. And then suddenly you cross the road and a huge palace appears in front of you. Around big park, a crystal pond with an unreal number of ducks, forged lanterns and numerous bridges with mysterious Masonic symbols. It feels like in just a few minutes you have wandered into some other - completely unfamiliar world. It's just a brain dump.

Bridge over the ravine. And a bunch of Masonic symbols.

In general, the Tsaritsyno museum complex is not only a famous Grand Palace(who doesn’t want to fit entirely into the frame). But also a large number of other historical buildings. The bread house, ancient greenhouses, figured bridges, the Temple of the Icon of the Mother of God - all these buildings fit organically into the territory of one large Moscow park. It is very difficult to talk about this complex “in a nutshell”. Therefore, a little later I will publish a separate article on this topic. And now I’ll just sketch out a few more photographs here so that you can appreciate the beauty and grandeur of this museum. Not a single list of the most interesting places in Moscow is complete without mentioning the Tsaritsyn complex.

Bread House (aka Kitchen Building). A canteen, in short.

Grand Palace

Tanya and I. Selfie inside the imperial palace

Well, I think you recognize this lady.

At the end of the block, a little useful information, which my Tanya always insists on... The Tsaritsyno Museum is open all week except Monday. Working hours:

• Tuesday–Friday: from 11:00 to 18:00
• Saturday: from 11:00 to 20:00
• Sunday: from 11:00 to 19:00
• The park adjacent to the complex is open from 6 a.m. to midnight.

A comprehensive ticket to all halls and exhibitions costs 650 Russian rubles. A ticket to the Grand Palace and the Bread House will cost less - 350 rubles. A visit to the greenhouses alone costs 250 rubles. The third Sunday of every month - admission to all halls is free (as, by the way, to other museums in Moscow). More detailed information about the Tsaritsyno Museum and current exhibitions can be found on the website www.tsaritsyno-museum.ru.

Take a walk along the Kremlin walls.

The Grand Palace in Tsaritsyno is a very beautiful and picturesque place. But there is one ancient fortress in Moscow, which will still always remain number one for tourists. I think you know what I mean.
The Moscow Kremlin is a symbol of Moscow. And at the same time, it is also a symbol of all of Russia. From its walls, soldiers went to the front in 1941. The great Victory Parade took place at its walls four years later.

As for me personally, I really liked this place. You can feel the spirit of modern Russia in it. It’s as if everything that this distant and near country lives with is embodied in the features of one building. Ruby stars, an honor guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the famous clock on the Spasskaya Tower are all worth seeing. As, indeed, many other colorful little things scattered in the immediate vicinity of the Kremlin walls. Here, for example, is the “Minsk” star on the alley of “Hero Cities”.
Monuments to characters of Russian fairy tales.

A fountain with galloping horses (which, unfortunately, was not yet open in March).

All this gives the city a special charm, showing tourists that the most interesting places in Moscow can sometimes be found in the most unexpected places.

Look into Lenin's mausoleum.

I’ll be honest: Tanya and I personally never made it here during our three days in Moscow. Therefore, I will write about this iconic place (at least for the Russian capital) in a nutshell. So, guess the riddle: how is Minsk different from Moscow? It’s clear that you can find hundreds of answers to this question. But in this case, I would note only one difference: in Minsk Lenin is vertical, and in Moscow he is horizontal. Although both of them are more of a monument than a person. The body of the leader of the world proletariat has been in the mausoleum since 1924. And since then, the “human” remains of Vladimir Ilyich, as many experts note, have been preserved by less than 10 percent.

Wander around Red Square.

Just wander around, because taking pictures of anything here is practically useless. Clouds of Chinese are constantly creeping into the frame, for whom Moscow, after the collapse of the Russian ruble, has become the most popular travel destination. To say that there are a lot of them is to say nothing. Instead, I will note another interesting fact - many inscriptions in the center of Moscow are already duplicated in Chinese. Here, for example, is what the price tags look like in Moscow GUM.

Eat ice cream at the Moscow GUM.

By the way, about GUM... For me personally, this store became the most vivid impression of this entire spring trip. And the point here is not at all about shopping, but about the atmosphere itself that reigns under the glass arches of this ancient building. If you name the most interesting places in Moscow, I would boldly put the main department store of this city in first place. Why? I personally can find several answers to this question at once.

When you get here, you seem to be immersed in the atmosphere of Soviet Moscow of the 60-70s. Under the vaults of the store, melodies of USSR hits sound. Soviet posters hang on the walls. And colorful and strict ice cream makers deliver branded Soviet ice cream in waffle cones (1 = 50 rubles) through the long galleries of GUM.

I understand that in the CIS space the words “Soviet”, “USSR-ovsky”, as well as the word “GUM” itself, sound at least ambiguous. Many see them as unnecessary, moldy relics of the past. Or some kind of Soviet dullness. But Moscow GUM has nothing in common with all this. Here the atmosphere of the USSR does not repel, but on the contrary – fascinates, attracts and inspires. I want to get into it. And take it with you. Like the music of Eduard Khil. Or the song “White Steamer” from the comedy “Guardian”, which still plays in my head. Remember her?

What else do I remember about Moscow GUM? Painted benches, colorful dining room No. 57, romantic bridges hovering somewhere under glass arches, and this unusual tree, studded with dozens of colorful birdhouses with the names of various stores. It’s hard not to fall in love with a Moscow like this. After all, this city knows how to be not only frowning and stern, but also open, romantic and soulful like spring.

Admire the ancient Moscow churches

The ancient churches of the Russian capital have long become symbols known throughout the world. Russia may not be understood. You don't have to love Russia. But it’s very, very difficult not to admire the beauty of ancient Russian architecture. And, with my hands on the sacred buttons of my laptop keyboard, I can absolutely honestly say that Moscow's St. Basil's Cathedral is one of the most beautiful buildings I have ever seen in my life. But in the Russian capital there are many other interesting churches... The Cathedral of Christ the Savior, the Epiphany Cathedral, the Church of St. Sophia and many others - each of these places is a full-fledged attraction. We only found a few of them. Below I am attaching a couple of photos.

Go to a performance in one of the Moscow theaters

I probably won’t deviate too much from the truth if I say that Russian theatrical art has been and remains, if not the best in the world, then definitely one of the best. The Bolshoi Theater, the Vakhtangov Theater, the Moscow Art Theater - all these names are known far beyond the borders of Russia. Although, to be honest, now I somehow don’t want to burden you with serious stories about high art. Therefore, instead of long enumeration, I will say only one thing: in most Moscow theaters you can watch live the performance of many stars of modern Russian TV series. For example, Tanya and I were going to go to a performance with the participation of some actors from the famous television project “Kitchen”. Unfortunately, this plan was never realized. But maybe you can find time to go to the theater during your trip?

Ride the Moscow metro.

What you really won’t miss during a trip to the Russian capital is this Moscow Metro. Without it, moving around the city is almost impossible. Especially if you drive mainly through the central part of the city, which regularly suffers from traffic jams.
However, this is probably for the best. After all, the metro in the Russian capital is another full-fledged tourist attraction, which can easily be considered one of the most interesting places in Moscow. Many guidebooks call this subway “an underground masterpiece of architecture” and the most beautiful subway in Europe. Although, in my subjective opinion, not all local subway stations really deserve attention. The only exceptions are the oldest stations of the Moscow metro - Revolution Square, Kyiv (ring), Mayakovskaya, Novoslobodskaya. Personally, I also really liked the Vorobyovy Gory metro station, where Tanya and I found some random exhibition of folk items. And also the Vystavochnaya metro station, combined with glass bridge Bagration. This bridge offers an excellent view of the Moscow River embankment, as well as the skyscrapers of Moscow City. Uncleaned windows everywhere add a bit of ointment to the ointment. But these are, so to speak, the little things in life.

Oh yeah... I also really liked those subway stations where the trains pop up to the surface. You drive and drive through the dark tunnels of the subway and then suddenly - wow - there is such beauty all around.

Take a photo of the tallest building in Europe.

Honestly speaking, for me personally, the skyscrapers of the Russian capital and the local business center in general have been and remain one of the most interesting places in Moscow. Each building is a separate masterpiece. Just look at the twisted spiral of the Evolution Tower (No. 1 according to Tanya) or the “City of Capitals” complex, as if made of giant cubes. All together it looks very beautiful and impressive. And the glare playing on the waves of the Moscow River only enhances this impression.

As for the tallest buildings, there are three of them (no matter how strange it may sound). The Mercury Tower held this title in 2013. OKO Tower - in 2014. And the eastern part of the Federation Tower is the most tall building Europe at the time of this writing. Its height is 374 meters. Damn... I don't know about you, but I just love skyscrapers.

Skyscraper Mercury is the first on the right; Federation Tower is the double building to its left. In the center is the twisted spiral of the Evolution Tower.

If anyone is interested: some towers of the complex are equipped with separate observation platforms. I personally don’t know how cool the view is from there. But this pleasure is quite expensive - 500 Russian rubles (at the time of writing this article - 150 thousand Belarusian rubles). For 5500 rub. You can even arrange a date in the Moscow City complex. More detailed information this is presented on the website moscow-city-observovaya.rf.

View Moscow from Sparrow Hills

However, several excellent viewing platforms in Moscow can be found absolutely free. The most popular of them is the observation deck on Vorobyovy Gory, located near the metro station of the same name. The only drawback in this case is that you will have to walk a little more to get there. Part of the path goes uphill – along the roads of a local park. The other part is along highway, on ordinary asphalt. In total, it takes 10-15 minutes to walk from the doors of the metro station to the Vorobyovy Gory observation deck. Oh, yes: also dress warmly. It is quite cool and windy at the observation deck.

Find all seven Stalinist skyscrapers.

Russian Foreign Ministry building

The Vorobyovy Gory observation deck is also notable for the fact that it is from here that you can see all seven Stalinist skyscrapers, which were and remain one of the main symbols of modern Moscow. To be honest, I personally counted only six similar buildings from this site. I saw two more similar buildings a long time ago in Riga and Warsaw. And in Moscow itself, I was able to see only two such buildings up close - the Moscow State University skyscraper (near Vorobyovy Gory) and the building of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (near Old Arbat). I saw all the others only in the distance - somewhere in the distance or even on the horizon.

The Moscow State University building, which for 37 years was the tallest building in Europe. It is believed that materials from the destroyed Cathedral of Christ the Savior and the German Reichstag were used in the construction of this tower. And according to one of the projects, a monument to “Worker and Collective Farm Woman” should have stood next to it.

And again the building of the Russian Foreign Ministry

Tanya freezing in Moscow

Why was these buildings so interesting to me? I don’t know... Maybe I was somehow attracted by their sacred meaning, which is constantly attributed to them, coupled with the numerous secrets of their creation. Moscow skyscrapers are called “places of power”, “space conductors” and “analogs Egyptian pyramids" Fans of various stories related to aliens say that Stalin built them as “communication switchboards” with extraterrestrial civilizations. And native Muscovites claim that under some buildings there are hidden entrances to secret subway lines (the so-called Metro-2).
Which of this is true and which is fiction, I, of course, don’t know. However, it is known for certain that initially there should have been not seven, but eight high-rise buildings. For the sake of one of them, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior was even specially blown up in 1931. A few years later, the grandiose construction of the Palace of the Soviets began on this site, which was stopped due to the outbreak of World War II. Subsequently, the project to construct the eighth and most important high-rise building was never implemented. However, the original sketches of the building have survived to this day. Therefore, it is still possible to imagine what this architectural giant, topped with a gigantic monument to Lenin, would look like.

photo stroi.mos.ru

See the famous monument to “Worker and Collective Farm Woman”

Another symbol of the Soviet empire and at the same time one of the most famous monuments modernity is located near the VDNKh metro station, not far from the Cosmos hotel. The steel sculpture stands on a separate pedestal. And it looks gloomy, but impressive. This is probably what the real symbol of the Soviet Union should be.

Immerse yourself in the history of space exploration.

In fact, it’s worth coming to the VDNKh station not only for famous monument Vera Mukhina. In addition to it, there is the Museum of Cosmonautics, the famous (but also rather gloomy) Cosmos Hotel, as well as the monument to the Conquerors of Space, which appears before your eyes almost immediately after exiting the metro. In March 2016, against the backdrop of the leaden Moscow sky, this pointed stele looked very unusual and even somehow mystical. The monument seemed surprisingly cold to me. But at the same time, it was difficult to look away from him.

Find the Belarusian pavilion at the Exhibition of National Economic Achievements.

The golden fountains of VDNKh and the pavilions of this all-Union exhibition themselves were one of the main reasons for me to travel to Moscow. I don’t know why, but personally I expected a lot from them. And in the end, it was this place on the map of the Russian capital that disappointed me the most. Golden fountains disappeared behind piles of scaffolding. The alleys of the adjacent park were somehow gloomy and lifeless due to bad weather. It seemed as if some kind of endless, depressing autumn reigned in this place. Although, probably, in warm weather VDNKh looks much brighter and more welcoming.

One way or another, we still managed to find the Belarusian pavilion of this old exhibition. Does it look really cool? No. But it’s still worth visiting this interesting corner of Moscow. Personally, I remember this space rocket much more here.
Colorful, isn't it?

Take a walk along Moscow Arbat.

We ended our trip to Moscow with a walk through another famous corner of the Russian capital - the old Arbat. And I remember it for some huge number of unusual and amazing little things.
For example, here is a replica of the imperial crown in one of the local souvenir shops.

Tsoi's Wall.

A huge portrait of Zhukov on one of the walls.

And an unusual blue trolleybus, turned into one of the iconic Moscow cafes.

Also on the old Arbat there is a huge green Gulliver, the “golden” princess Turandot and an inconspicuous house where Alexander Sergeevich Pushkin once lived. All these pleasant little things turn Moscow's Arbat into a very colorful and unusual street - one of the most interesting in Moscow. Personally, we walked here with pleasure. Even though at that moment I had two loaded bags hanging on me.

Pushkin House

In general, this trip to Moscow met my expectations by about 70-80 percent. I liked this city. But I can’t say that I just fell in love with him. In general, my impressions after this trip are a topic for a full-fledged separate article. Therefore, now I will wrap up (and the text has turned out to be very large). Bye, comrades!

Excursions in Moscow

If you’re still somehow not used to walking around the Russian capital on your own, here’s another piece of free advice for you. You can find many unusual signature tours. There are programs for every taste, many of which will surprise even native Moscow residents. In addition, all excursions also have descriptions, ratings and reviews from previous tourists. Pay attention to such nuances, and you are guaranteed to get an excellent tour and a lot of vivid impressions from exploring the city.

As confirmation, here is a small selection of excursions in Moscow from professional guides.

Apartments for a day in Moscow

It is believed that Moscow is a rather expensive city. However, compared to European cities or even the Baltic countries, housing prices here are very reasonable. Therefore, finding a normal option for a trip to Moscow is not at all difficult. The main thing is to make sure that the housing you choose is located in close proximity to the metro - without it it is very difficult to move around the Russian capital.

Personally, Tanya and I, during our trip to Moscow, rented a large room in a huge four-room apartment near the Sevastopolskaya metro station. And at the same time they paid absolutely ridiculous money for it - something like 4 euros per day. Yes, I understand, you are probably all thinking now: “What kind of housing is this?” Therefore, here is a description of this apartment itself, as well as the method by which you could rent it for only 4 euros per day.

In general, a modern apartment in the Russian capital not far from one of the local metro stations can be rented for 25-35 dollars per day. Of course, if you wish, you can find an apartment for less. However, I repeat: it is difficult to move around Moscow without the metro, so it is very important that the option you choose is within walking distance from a particular station.

You can find the best options and get a small bonus upon registration on the website AIRBNB. And don’t forget that this site has its own discount coupons and promotional codes, by entering which you can reduce the cost of your chosen home by 11 or even 50 dollars in just two clicks.

Hotels in the Russian capital

There are also a lot of hotels in Moscow. But, if you choose this option, be sure to remember that the same number on different sites can cost completely differently! Therefore, it is best to look for options through search engine sites (for example, such as RoomGuru). These services allow you to compare prices in different booking systems and book hotels exactly where they are cheapest.

The idea of ​​summing up your impressions and presenting them to the public in the form of a list is not new, but it is still relevant. Firstly, although subjective, here is a rating of those places in Moscow that impressed us. Secondly, it is always easier to navigate through catalogs than to try to systematize scattered information. So we decided, based on our impressions of the trip to Moscow, to compile the top 10 places in Moscow that are worth visiting in order to feel the atmosphere of not only modern Moscow, but also ancient, pre-revolutionary Moscow, or even plunge into the Middle Ages itself. Let's start the top 10 from the end and end with the top three.

10. River trip along the Moscow River by boat

A boat trip along the Moscow River can hardly be called a place or attraction, but it is a river walk, like no other, that will allow you to make a first impression of Moscow or simply feel the idleness of the atmosphere of the walk. The ship departs from the pier at the Kievsky railway station and sails through the very center of the capital. In an hour and a half you can see the main attractions of Moscow, such as the Kremlin, Gorky Park, Bolotny Island, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior and much more.

Choose a warm day for a walk and the coolness of the river will refresh and invigorate you, and the beauty of the capital will set the mood for the whole day.

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9. Gorky Park

Gorky Park, a legendary park from the times of the Soviet Union. The park has survived several eras and literally rose like a phoenix from the ashes. Central Park Culture and recreation named after Gorky daily attracts hundreds of citizens from loving couples to real athletes. Representing a single territory with Neskuchny Gardens. There are bicycle paths along the Moscow River, which are enjoyed by cyclists, rollerbladers, and skateboarders. Gorky Park has a very long territory, and if you include in your route the Muzeon Park and Sparrow Hills, which are located on both sides of Gorky Park, then your walk will take the whole day.

8. Kolomenskoye Park

Kolomenskoye is not only a large walking park in Moscow, it is also a historical place where the most ancient examples of Russian architecture have been preserved. It’s worth seeing with your own eyes the Church of the Ascension, built in 1532, which is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Other ancient buildings, due to the fact that they were built from short-lived material, were not preserved and were recreated from sketches. Such modern buildings are the palace of Alexei Mikhailovich and other buildings from the park of Russian architecture. The palace has exhibitions, including those demonstrating the life of ancient Russian princes.






There is a beautiful apple orchard in Kolomenskoye Park, where it is pleasant to walk in the shade of the trees. A wonderful panorama of the Moscow River opens from the hill, and after descending from the hill you can take a ride on the river tram yourself. The house of Peter I was moved here to Kolomenskoye Park, next to which a monument to the owner of the house was erected. Kolomenskoye Park is a protected area, so you cannot walk dogs in the park.

7. Tsaritsyno - park and estate

Tsaritsyno is a unique place in all respects, where the history of several centuries grows before us in full splendor. And the point is not even that the royal estate in Tsaritsino is more than two hundred years old, but that this estate was built with varying success during all this time. The history of the Tsaritsyno estate, as well as photographs, can be viewed at. In addition to all the architectural splendor, you will also discover a beautiful park with winding shady paths, big pond and a light and music fountain, which is best admired in the evenings.

6. Old Arbat

In terms of beauty and the length of the walk, Arbat is of course inferior to the Moscow parks Tsaritsyno and Kolomenskoye, but walking distance from the main attractions of Moscow puts Arbat in sixth place in our rating. If your goal is to plunge into the color of Moscow streets, then best place you won't find Arbat. Here you will find entertainment, restaurants and souvenir shops with nesting dolls and earflaps. In addition, Arbat is one of the oldest Moscow streets and it has absorbed several centuries of Moscow history. After reading, you will be able to better understand which buildings should be given close attention.

5. Sparrow Hills

As a person who does not live in Moscow, I can say what Moscow looks like to a tourist. And it does not seem to be a single whole city, but rather disparate objects that are connected to each other by branches of the Moscow metro. It is difficult to combine everything into a single picture when moving around the city underground. But I really want to understand Moscow as a whole, and not in fragments. That is why the observation deck on Vorobyovy Gory crept into our top 10 places in Moscow.

From this platform there is a view, if not of all of Moscow, then of most of it. Located in the southwest of Moscow, the observation deck on Vorobyovy Gory offers views of the center of the capital. And even if he is not tall, it is for this reason that the eye can easily cling to Stalin’s high-rise buildings, the Ostankino TV tower, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, the Kremlin behind it, the monument to Peter I, the works of Zurab Tsereteli. The Luzhniki Olympic complex is visible in the foreground. And it’s really hard not to notice the modern Moscow City residential complex, which towers over the entire capital.

In addition to a beautiful view of Moscow, Vorobyovy Gory is a park area where you can walk and admire the Moscow River. In addition, you can walk from Vorobyovy Gory Park to Gorky Park. And the observation deck of the Sparrow Hills itself is located just opposite the legendary Moscow Institute of Moscow State University, named after Lomonosov. The monument to the founder stands opposite the entrance to the university.

Thus, going to observation deck Sparrow Hills can be regarded as an independent excursion, or you can combine it with a visit to other Moscow attractions. Well, you can get to Vorobyovy Gory by metro. The station is called Vorobyovy Gory and it is located right on the bridge over the Moscow River.

3. Zamoskvorechye - Pyatnitskaya, Bolshaya Ordynka

The top three of our top 10 places in Moscow is opened by a walking route around Moscow. The route passes through the most beautiful and oldest district of Moscow - Zamoskvorechye, part of which are Pyatnitskaya and Bolshaya Ordynka streets. What makes this route special is its walking distance from Bolotny Island, behind which the Kremlin is located. And the main highlight of this route is that literally two blocks from Pyatnitskaya Street in Klementovsky Lane is the main art gallery in Moscow - the Tretyakov Gallery.

And if you decide to make your walking route along Pyatnitskaya Street, then you should definitely include a visit to the Tretyakov Gallery. In the end, it was because of the Tretyakov Gallery that this route made it into the top three of 10 places in Moscow where you can go. And it will be difficult to imagine how many treasures there are in the Tretyakov Gallery. The works of all the most significant representatives of Russian painting are collected under one roof. And even if you are not a fan of visiting museums, a visit to the Tretyakov Gallery will not make you yawn. Paintings known to every child from childhood are stored here. Repin “We Didn’t Expect”, Savrasov “The Rooks Have Arrived”, Serov “Girl with Peaches”, Shishkin “Morning in a Pine Forest”, Aivazovsky, Kuindzhi, Vrubel, Kramskoy and many more legendary names. All these pictures evoke awe and reverent admiration. Views of Pyatnitskaya Street and paintings of the Tretyakov Gallery in.

2. Kremlin Cathedral Square

The honorable second place in the ranking goes to the very heart of the Kremlin - Cathedral Square. Cathedral Square of the Moscow Kremlin is one of the main attractions of Moscow. The oldest churches and buildings in Moscow are located here; after all, this is where the development of Moscow began. As the name of the square suggests, there are several cathedrals and temples located on it, each of which is of historical value. On Cathedral Square there is a beautiful shady square where you can sit and admire the masterpieces of Russian architecture. In addition to churches and chambers, on Cathedral Square there are the legendary Tsar Cannon and Tsar Bell, which inspire real admiration with their appearance. Details about the attractions of Cathedral Square are written in the article

1. Red Square, GUM and St. Basil's Cathedral

The palm of our top 10 places in Moscow goes to Red Square. Red Square is the main square of our country; every year it attracts thousands of tourists and guests from abroad. Being on Red Square, you can feel real delight and succumb to the general excitement that reigns here. Red Square, without exaggeration, is the most visited place in Moscow. In addition to the Kremlin walls, there is much to admire and visit. Red Square is complemented by St. Basil's Cathedral, without the colorful domes of which it is difficult to imagine Red Square. And opposite the Kremlin is the legendary GUM, a place that has ceased to be just a store, but has become a real landmark of the city of Moscow. You can see more details about the sights of Red Square in the article.

Our Top 10 places in Moscow cannot pretend to be objective, if only because as tourists, we also did not visit all the sights of the capital. But of the places we visited, the 10 presented are the most optimal, in our opinion, for getting to know the capital. Of course, to visit all 10 places, it will take at least a week and that’s if you combine some of them. In fact, visiting these places and walking around the city is designed just for a ten-day vacation.